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China'S Urban Transition
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Though China'S Urban History Reaches Back Over Five Thousand Years, It Is Only In The Last Quarter Century That Urbanization Has Emerged As A Force Of Widespread Social Transformation While A Massive Population Shift From Country To City Has Brought About A Dramatic Revolution In China'S Culture, Politics, And Economy. Employing A Historical Perspective, John Friedmann Presents A Succinct, Readable Account And Interpretation Of How This Transition One Of The Most Momentous Phenomena In Contemporary History Has Occurred. China'S Urban Transition Synthesizes A Broad Array Of Research To Provide The First Integrated Treatment Of The Many Processes That Encompass The Multilayered Meaning Of Urbanization: Regional Policy, The Upsurge Of Rural Industries, Migration, Expanding Spheres Of Personal Autonomy, And The Governance Of City Building. John Friedmann'S Detailed Analysis Suggests That The Nation'S Economic Development Has Been Driven More By Social Forces From Within Than By Global Capital. This Leads Directly To The Epic Story Of Rural Migration To Major Urban Regions, The Policies Used To Restrain And Direct This Avalanche Of Humanity On The Move, And The Return Of Many Migrants To Their Home Communities, Where The Process Of Urbanization Continues. Focusing On Everyday Life In Cities, He Also Shows How This Social Transformation Extends To The Most Intimate Spheres Of People'S Lives. In Conclusion, The Author Raises The Question Of A Sustainable Urban Development And Its Relation With China'S Own Past, Values, And Institutions. Friedmann Predicts That Within Ten Years China Already The Most Powerful Country In East Asia Will Have Become A Major Power In The World. With Historical Depth, Interpretive Insight, And Interdisciplinary Breadth, This Book Offers An Unparalleled Introduction To China'S Transformation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'China's Urban Transition'? A: 'China's Urban Transition' focuses on the historical and contemporary processes of urbanization in China, examining how a massive population shift from rural areas to cities has transformed the country's culture, politics, and economy.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'China's Urban Transition' is John Friedmann, a noted scholar in urban studies and geography.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'China's Urban Transition' was published on March 23, 2005.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 196 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'China's Urban Transition' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What is the item condition of the book? A: The item condition is listed as 'New'.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include regional policy, rural industries, migration, urban governance, and the implications of urbanization on everyday life in China.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'China's Urban Transition' is suitable for academic study as it provides an integrated treatment of urbanization processes and is backed by thorough research.
- Q: What insights does John Friedmann provide regarding urban development? A: Friedmann discusses the relationship between urban development and China's historical values, as well as the social forces driving economic development within the country.
- Q: Does the book cover the future of urbanization in China? A: Yes, the book raises questions about sustainable urban development and predicts China's increasing global influence within the next decade.